GIASONE BY CAVALLI
Pinchgut Opera’s production of Giasone by Francesco Cavalli loosely takes its plot from the Greek myth of Jason and his legendary search for the Golden Fleece. The performances will be a series of firsts for Sydney audiences.
It will be the Australian premiere of the 17th century’s most popular bawdy and beautiful Italian baroque opera and the first time David Hansen will perform naked on stage.
“My character sings naked in a bubble bath after a romantic conquest. It’s definitely something I’ve never done before,” says international countertenor opera star Hansen, who plays the title role.
Cavalli’s Giasone shows another side to the hero’s great quest by highlighting his weakness for a woman’s love, which ultimately makes him a mere mortal.
Pinchgut Opera’s modern presentation of the now rarely performed Giasone, aims to be a strong and sexy production embracing the captivating story of betrayal and revenge with great drama.
“It’s exciting to perform in this opera based on mythology. It really takes me back to my childhood when I was captivated reading about these characters and their adventures,” concludes Hansen.
Joining Hansen on stage will be an all-Australian cast including Celeste Lazarenko as Medea and Orchestra of the Antipodes. (CN)
Dec 5, 7, 8 & 9, City Recital Hall, Angel Place, Sydney, $30-125, cityrecitalhall.com
